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POOF DOOF Chillout Afterparty 2026
A special Daylesford Chill out party featuring the legendary Poof Doof Queens for a party to remember.
POOF DOOF Chillout After Party 2026
Across the Labour Day weekend in March, Daylesford Chillout transforms the Central Highlands of Victoria into Queer Country. The Poof Doof After party is one of the highlights of the festival and the perfect way to end the festivities with a bang!
- Stay in the heart of Daylesford and enjoy easy access to all the parties and parade at the Albert Guest House, rated “Fabulous” by guests. The hotel has beautiful self contained apartment suites as well as 5 boutique heritage style rooms.
The Event
- Next Edition: Awaiting dates and theme. (Note Labor Day in W.A falls on Monday 3rd March 2026).
- Poofdoof is a gay club for all with events held in Melbourne and Sydney and on tour at some of the biggest gay events in Australia.
- The Daylesford Chill Out plays host to a special edition Poof Doof on the final weekend of the event.
- Enjoy guest DJS, dance with sexy guys under the stars and catch your favourite drag queens for a spectacular show.
- This year’s event features a line-up of Australian queer DJ legends and drag icons.
- 7 pm to 1 am – No Guest Lists – Victoria Park, Daylesford
The Venue
- Victoria Park is an outdoor recreation area, just 5-minutes drive from downtown Daylesford.
- The park is home to Hepburn Soccer club and is a popular recreational area with picnic tables, shaded areas and plenty of space to party!
Where to stay in Daylesford
Here are our top recommendations on places to stay during the event.
Hotel Frangos, Central Springs Inn, The Royal Hotel, Pendower House B&B.
Recommended Hotels
Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
Where we stay!
Hotel Frangos, is our editors choice in
Daylesford offering a great breakfast
Official Website
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Recommended Hotels in Daylesford By Booking
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We have chosen hotels in Daylesford that keep you close to all the shops,restaurants & bars
Daylesford Art Motel
5 Star, Comfort
- 5-Star, Luxurious King-Size Beds
- Close to the gay district
- Rainfall showerheads, smart TV
- Across from Farmers Arms Hotel, offers contemporary suites, perfect for a stylish Daylesford experience
Central Springs Inn
4 Star, Readers Choice
- 4-Star, Beautiful Gardens
- A short walk to the gay bars
- Refrigerator, flat-screen TV
- Located in central Daylesford, historic charm and modern comfort, ideal for a unique stay
The Royal Daylesford
3 Star, Great Value
- 3-Star, Luxury Options, Spa Bath
- Close to the gay district
- En suite, balcony, spa bath
- Offers luxury accommodation, in-house dining, close to Convent Gallery, great for a relaxing getaway
Pendower House
3 Star, B&B
- 3-Star, B&B, Cooked Breakfast
- A short walk to the gay bars
- Electric blankets, garden views
- Just 2 minutes from the bus station, provides cozy rooms, garden views, ideal for a homely stay
Gay Map of Daylesford
Daylesford, Victoria is the secret gay capital of Australia. This picturesque rural hamlet is just one hour drive from Melbourne airport and 90 minutes from the city. Daylesford has a large gay population and united group of shop owners and tourism operators. Together they produce the largest gay and lesbian festival in rural and regional Australia when the entire town turns into one big gay village. All of the businesses in the area have been gay-friendly for more than 20 years.
6 Camp St Daylesford VIC 3460, Australia
Located on a historic site in , Springs Inn offers air-conditioned accommodation with free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV. The property features beautiful gardens and offers free parking.
Guest rooms are located in either the historic 18th century lodging or the contemporary motel building. All rooms include a refrigerator, tea and coffee making facilities, an ensuite bathroom with hairdryer and guest toiletries. Set in an 1865 building, Provender Store Restaurant serves a breakfast buffet every morning.
82 Vincent St Daylesford VIC 3460, Australia
Located in the heart of Daylesford, Hotel Frangos offers individually-styled guest rooms, each unique and with their own style and character. The property features an on-site cafe and bar.
All rooms feature an en suite, flat screen TV, coffee machine, minibar, bathrobes and complimentary luxe toiletries.
27 Vincent St Daylesford VIC 3460, Australia
Daylesford Royal Hotel offers a range of luxury accommodation options, most with a spa bath, en suite and a balcony.
Guests can enjoy an continental breakfast, can dine at the in-house restaurant and cafe or simply unwind and relax over a quiet drink in the modern sports bar.
10 Bridport St Daylesford VIC 3460, Australia
Pendower House B&B is just 2 minutes’ walk from Daylesford Bus Station and the main street. It offers 2 guest lounges with open fire, barbecue facilities and a fully cooked breakfast. Free parking is provided on site.
All guest rooms have electric blankets and ironing equipment. Each has an en suite bathroom with a shower and free toiletries.
2 Vincent St, Daylesford VIC 3460, Australia
Featuring a patio with garden views, and barbecue facilities the villa has a kitchen with a microwave, and a fridge, a living room with a seating area and a dining area and a flat-screen TV, 2 bedrooms, and 1 bathroom with a shower and a bath.
11 Albert St, Daylesford VIC 3460, Australia
Albert Cottage is situated 500 m from The Convent Gallery and features 3 bedrooms, a living room a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a washing machine, 1 bathroom with a shower, a patio, garden, and free WiFi.
16 Bridport St, Daylesford VIC 3460, Australia
This holiday home features 9 bedrooms, living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a washing machine, and 9 bathrooms with showers. free WiFi, air conditioning, a garden with barbecue facilities.
43 Vincent St, Daylesford VIC 3460, Australia
A little bit of tranquility in the heart of Daylesford. offering 2 bedrooms, a living room with a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. free WiFi, air conditioning and a garden.
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